2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac STS and 2006 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 708 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (561 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | STS | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 96 L |
